David Beckham overtook ronalinho to regain the title of soccer's hightest-paid player, according to France Football magazine. Beckham's earning from salary and endorsements soared 82 percent to 31 million euros following his switch to the Los Angeles Galaxy from Real Madrid, lifting him above Barcelona's Ronaldinho, whose income was unchanged at 24.1 million euros.
The 22 years old Beckham reclaimed the position he held for three years through 2005. He has a US$ 5.5 million base salary that could boom to as much as US$ 250 million over five years with endorsements and profit sharing, according to the Galaxy.
Barcelona's Lionel Messi and Manchester united's Cristiano Ronaldo rose to third and fourth, with income of 23 million euros and 19.5 million euros, respectively. It's the first time they have been in the top 10. Jose Mourinho, who left Chelsea in September, remains the top paid coach eventhough he is currently not in charge of team with earning 29 million euros.
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